The smooth aluminum case of your iPad is just begging for a laser engraving. The laser etches the aluminum surface leaving a shiny area that contrasts well with the brushed aluminum. It can appear lighter or darker than the iPad itself depending on the environmental light. View the other images in the gallery to see examples.

Create a design that fills most or all of your iPad’s back cover using this template or choose to engrave your name or logo. There is a $10 discount for logos that are 3 inches in height or less.  You may also engrave a small 2″x2″ area (i.e. Property Of) with just text for $29.99.

Discounts available for multiple iPads with the same artwork, contact us for a quote.

Template files:

• iPad – PDF File (second and third generation)
• iPad  - Adobe Illustrator File (second and third generation)
• Original iPad – PDF File
• Original iPad – Adobe illustrator File

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• Artist Series
• Our iPad Portfolio

It couldn’t be easier, contact us for a quote today.

The current light gray polyurethane smart cover for iPad sold by Apple laser engraves to a light gray.  There is very little color change or contrast.  The result is a very subtle engraved mark.  The inside of a polyurethane Smart Cover engraves much nicer than the outside.  We can engrave photographs and artwork with shading on the inside of your poly cover.

If you are ordering multiple covers we very strongly recommend doing one as a sample first, receiving it in person, and adjusting your artwork as needed. This process generally takes about two weeks, but quick turnaround orders are possible by taking advantage of our rush service options.  We do not recommend ordering a large number of covers without an in-person proof. Returns or refunds are not possible for custom items.

Be sure to also read our Smart Cover F.A.Q. below.

Custom Smart Covers

Can you put my logo, photo, text, or other artwork onto an iPad Smart Cover?

Probably. Certain colors of covers require specific types of artwork.

How do you decorate iPad Smart Covers?

iPad Smart Covers are only customized using laser engraving. The process melts, burns, or removes the outer layer of material of the cover. The appearance depends on the color and material of the cover itself. The process is not printing and no color is added.

What kind of artwork do I need to engrave a Smart Cover?

Artwork for polyurethane Smart Covers must be only pure black and white (1-bit) and should be in a vector format or at least 300 dpi (6oo dpi is preferable).

Artwork for leather Smart Covers is more flexible and can contain shading or photos. Any part of the artwork that is not black is dithered to a half-tone pattern. Clear, high contrast photos produce the best results. All artwork must be at least 300 dpi for the size engraved or a vector format.

How can I tell if my artwork is high enough quality?

There is a very useful inches/dpi to pixels converter here: http://auctionrepair.com/pixels.htm

Our website's online designer will also provide you with a green, yellow, red display of image quality.

Do you offer discounts for bulk Smart Cover orders?

We purchase iPad Smart Covers directly from Apple and cannot offer any discounts on the cost of the covers themselves. On large orders we do offer a discount off the engraving service. Please send us your artwork to request a quote.

Can both sides of the cover be engraved?

Yes. The microfiber material used on the inside of the smart cover laser engraves very nicely. The appearance of the engraving is a darker hue than the original color.

How do I know what my engraved cover will look like?

We are putting together pages to show real examples of each color iPad Smart Cover. If you have any questions please contact us before ordering.

I received a proof or mockup of my Smart Cover order, will the actual engraving look just like it?

Due to the nature of the material of the Smart Covers and other factors beyond our control it is very difficult to accurately portray the final appearance of the engraving.

We provide electronic proofs to allow you to check the size and positioning of your artwork on the cover. It is not intended to be an accurate reflection of color, texture or detail level of the engraving.

Can my design go across the seams in the cover?

Yes, this is not a problem unless you are attempting to do a very deep engraving. Deep engravings (popular on blue, green, and pink poly covers) cannot go over the seam or holes will develop in the cover material.

I don't like my cover, can I return it for a refund?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds on custom products. If you have any questions about the product please ask before ordering. If you are ordering a large number of covers we very strongly recommend ordering a single cover as a sample to examine in person.

The dark gray polyurethane smart cover for iPad was released by Apple in late 2011.  These engrave the best of any of the poly covers.  The engraving results in a shiny, somewhat textured, shade of gray that is darker than the original color of the cover.  The engraving is fairly subtle but clean in appearance.  Additionally, the inside of polyurethane Smart Covers can be engraved.  We can engrave photographs and artwork with shading on the inside of your poly cover.

If you are ordering multiple covers we very strongly recommend doing one as a sample first, receiving it in person, and adjusting your artwork as needed. This process generally takes about two weeks, but quick turnaround orders are possible by taking advantage of our rush service options.  We do not recommend ordering a large number of covers without an in-person proof. Returns or refunds are not possible for custom items.

Be sure to also read our Smart Cover F.A.Q. below.

Custom Smart Covers

Can you put my logo, photo, text, or other artwork onto an iPad Smart Cover?

Probably. Certain colors of covers require specific types of artwork.

How do you decorate iPad Smart Covers?

iPad Smart Covers are only customized using laser engraving. The process melts, burns, or removes the outer layer of material of the cover. The appearance depends on the color and material of the cover itself. The process is not printing and no color is added.

What kind of artwork do I need to engrave a Smart Cover?

Artwork for polyurethane Smart Covers must be only pure black and white (1-bit) and should be in a vector format or at least 300 dpi (6oo dpi is preferable).

Artwork for leather Smart Covers is more flexible and can contain shading or photos. Any part of the artwork that is not black is dithered to a half-tone pattern. Clear, high contrast photos produce the best results. All artwork must be at least 300 dpi for the size engraved or a vector format.

How can I tell if my artwork is high enough quality?

There is a very useful inches/dpi to pixels converter here: http://auctionrepair.com/pixels.htm

Our website's online designer will also provide you with a green, yellow, red display of image quality.

Do you offer discounts for bulk Smart Cover orders?

We purchase iPad Smart Covers directly from Apple and cannot offer any discounts on the cost of the covers themselves. On large orders we do offer a discount off the engraving service. Please send us your artwork to request a quote.

Can both sides of the cover be engraved?

Yes. The microfiber material used on the inside of the smart cover laser engraves very nicely. The appearance of the engraving is a darker hue than the original color.

How do I know what my engraved cover will look like?

We are putting together pages to show real examples of each color iPad Smart Cover. If you have any questions please contact us before ordering.

I received a proof or mockup of my Smart Cover order, will the actual engraving look just like it?

Due to the nature of the material of the Smart Covers and other factors beyond our control it is very difficult to accurately portray the final appearance of the engraving.

We provide electronic proofs to allow you to check the size and positioning of your artwork on the cover. It is not intended to be an accurate reflection of color, texture or detail level of the engraving.

Can my design go across the seams in the cover?

Yes, this is not a problem unless you are attempting to do a very deep engraving. Deep engravings (popular on blue, green, and pink poly covers) cannot go over the seam or holes will develop in the cover material.

I don't like my cover, can I return it for a refund?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds on custom products. If you have any questions about the product please ask before ordering. If you are ordering a large number of covers we very strongly recommend ordering a single cover as a sample to examine in person.

The current tan leather Smart Cover for iPad that Apple sells laser etches to a medium brown color.  It is possible there will be some variation in the color of the etching due to the fact that this is genuine leather and due to other manufacturing changes that are out of our control.  The darkness of the engraving may vary from one cover to another and from one order to the next.  Large filled areas may not engrave to an exactly uniform color.

Artwork on leather smart covers can be almost any kind of graphic as long as the resolution is high enough.  Logos with shading come out quite well, as do high contrast photos and illustrations.  Some detail, especially in photos, may be lost due to the texture of the leather and the fact that we cannot engrave very deeply on these thin covers.

Laser engraving leather leaves behind an ash residue.  We clean each cover after engraving, but there may still be traces of this residue left behind that will create a dark-colored cloud around the engraved area when handled.  Apple has also noted that “the leather Smart Cover is crafted from high-quality, naturally treated material that gets its color from a rich aniline dye. Some color may rub off during use.”

If you are placing a large order we very strongly recommend doing one cover as a sample, receiving it in person, and adjusting your artwork as needed. This process generally takes about two weeks, but quick turnaround orders are possible by taking advantage of our rush service options.  We do not recommend ordering a large number of covers without an in-person proof. Returns or refunds are not possible for custom items.

Be sure to also read our Smart Cover F.A.Q. below.

Custom Smart Covers

Can you put my logo, photo, text, or other artwork onto an iPad Smart Cover?

Probably. Certain colors of covers require specific types of artwork.

How do you decorate iPad Smart Covers?

iPad Smart Covers are only customized using laser engraving. The process melts, burns, or removes the outer layer of material of the cover. The appearance depends on the color and material of the cover itself. The process is not printing and no color is added.

What kind of artwork do I need to engrave a Smart Cover?

Artwork for polyurethane Smart Covers must be only pure black and white (1-bit) and should be in a vector format or at least 300 dpi (6oo dpi is preferable).

Artwork for leather Smart Covers is more flexible and can contain shading or photos. Any part of the artwork that is not black is dithered to a half-tone pattern. Clear, high contrast photos produce the best results. All artwork must be at least 300 dpi for the size engraved or a vector format.

How can I tell if my artwork is high enough quality?

There is a very useful inches/dpi to pixels converter here: http://auctionrepair.com/pixels.htm

Our website's online designer will also provide you with a green, yellow, red display of image quality.

Do you offer discounts for bulk Smart Cover orders?

We purchase iPad Smart Covers directly from Apple and cannot offer any discounts on the cost of the covers themselves. On large orders we do offer a discount off the engraving service. Please send us your artwork to request a quote.

Can both sides of the cover be engraved?

Yes. The microfiber material used on the inside of the smart cover laser engraves very nicely. The appearance of the engraving is a darker hue than the original color.

How do I know what my engraved cover will look like?

We are putting together pages to show real examples of each color iPad Smart Cover. If you have any questions please contact us before ordering.

I received a proof or mockup of my Smart Cover order, will the actual engraving look just like it?

Due to the nature of the material of the Smart Covers and other factors beyond our control it is very difficult to accurately portray the final appearance of the engraving.

We provide electronic proofs to allow you to check the size and positioning of your artwork on the cover. It is not intended to be an accurate reflection of color, texture or detail level of the engraving.

Can my design go across the seams in the cover?

Yes, this is not a problem unless you are attempting to do a very deep engraving. Deep engravings (popular on blue, green, and pink poly covers) cannot go over the seam or holes will develop in the cover material.

I don't like my cover, can I return it for a refund?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds on custom products. If you have any questions about the product please ask before ordering. If you are ordering a large number of covers we very strongly recommend ordering a single cover as a sample to examine in person.

The current red leather Smart Cover for iPad that Apple sells laser etches to a dark brown color.  It is possible there will be some variation in the color of the etching due to the fact that this is genuine leather and due to other manufacturing changes that are out of our control.  To date, we have not seen this with the red covers, but it is always a possibility. Variation occurs at random and we do not have a way to test the outcome before engraving each cover.

Artwork on leather smart covers can be almost any kind of graphic as long as the resolution is high enough.  Logos with shading come out quite well, as do high contrast photos and illustrations.  Some detail, especially in photos, may be lost due to the texture of the leather and the fact that we cannot engrave very deeply on these thin covers.

Laser engraving leather leaves behind an ash residue.  We clean each cover after engraving, but there may still be traces of this residue left behind that will create a dark-colored cloud around the engraved area when handled.  Apple has also noted that “the leather Smart Cover is crafted from high-quality, naturally treated material that gets its color from a rich aniline dye. Some color may rub off during use.”

If you are placing a large order we very strongly recommend doing one cover as a sample, receiving it in person, and adjusting your artwork as needed. This process generally takes about two weeks, but quick turnaround orders are possible by taking advantage of our rush service options.  We do not recommend ordering a large number of covers without an in-person proof. Returns or refunds are not possible for custom items.

Be sure to also read our Smart Cover F.A.Q. below.

Custom Smart Covers

Can you put my logo, photo, text, or other artwork onto an iPad Smart Cover?

Probably. Certain colors of covers require specific types of artwork.

How do you decorate iPad Smart Covers?

iPad Smart Covers are only customized using laser engraving. The process melts, burns, or removes the outer layer of material of the cover. The appearance depends on the color and material of the cover itself. The process is not printing and no color is added.

What kind of artwork do I need to engrave a Smart Cover?

Artwork for polyurethane Smart Covers must be only pure black and white (1-bit) and should be in a vector format or at least 300 dpi (6oo dpi is preferable).

Artwork for leather Smart Covers is more flexible and can contain shading or photos. Any part of the artwork that is not black is dithered to a half-tone pattern. Clear, high contrast photos produce the best results. All artwork must be at least 300 dpi for the size engraved or a vector format.

How can I tell if my artwork is high enough quality?

There is a very useful inches/dpi to pixels converter here: http://auctionrepair.com/pixels.htm

Our website's online designer will also provide you with a green, yellow, red display of image quality.

Do you offer discounts for bulk Smart Cover orders?

We purchase iPad Smart Covers directly from Apple and cannot offer any discounts on the cost of the covers themselves. On large orders we do offer a discount off the engraving service. Please send us your artwork to request a quote.

Can both sides of the cover be engraved?

Yes. The microfiber material used on the inside of the smart cover laser engraves very nicely. The appearance of the engraving is a darker hue than the original color.

How do I know what my engraved cover will look like?

We are putting together pages to show real examples of each color iPad Smart Cover. If you have any questions please contact us before ordering.

I received a proof or mockup of my Smart Cover order, will the actual engraving look just like it?

Due to the nature of the material of the Smart Covers and other factors beyond our control it is very difficult to accurately portray the final appearance of the engraving.

We provide electronic proofs to allow you to check the size and positioning of your artwork on the cover. It is not intended to be an accurate reflection of color, texture or detail level of the engraving.

Can my design go across the seams in the cover?

Yes, this is not a problem unless you are attempting to do a very deep engraving. Deep engravings (popular on blue, green, and pink poly covers) cannot go over the seam or holes will develop in the cover material.

I don't like my cover, can I return it for a refund?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds on custom products. If you have any questions about the product please ask before ordering. If you are ordering a large number of covers we very strongly recommend ordering a single cover as a sample to examine in person.

The current black leather Smart Cover for iPad  that Apple sells laser etches to a color that is lighter than the original color of the black leather.  There is often some variation in the color of the etching due to the fact that this is genuine leather and due to other manufacturing changes that are out of our control.  Most often the etching on a black leather cover is a medium beige, but sometimes it is a darker brown that is more subtle in contrast.  Variation occurs at random and we do not have a way to test the outcome before engraving each cover.

Artwork on leather smart covers can be almost any kind of graphic as long as the resolution is high enough.  Logos with shading come out quite well, as do high contrast photos and illustrations.  Some detail may be lost due to the texture of the leather and the fact that we cannot engrave very deeply on these thin covers.

Laser engraving leather leaves behind an ash residue.  We clean each cover following engraving, but there may still be traces of this residue left behind.  Apple has also noted that “the leather Smart Cover is crafted from high-quality, naturally treated material that gets its color from a rich aniline dye. Some color may rub off during use.”

If you are placing a large order we very strongly recommend doing one cover as a sample, receiving it in person, and adjusting your artwork as needed. This process generally takes about two weeks, but quick turnaround orders are possible by taking advantage of our rush service options.  We do not recommend ordering a large number of covers without an in-person proof. Returns or refunds are not possible for custom items.

Be sure to also read our Smart Cover F.A.Q. below.

Custom Smart Covers

Can you put my logo, photo, text, or other artwork onto an iPad Smart Cover?

Probably. Certain colors of covers require specific types of artwork.

How do you decorate iPad Smart Covers?

iPad Smart Covers are only customized using laser engraving. The process melts, burns, or removes the outer layer of material of the cover. The appearance depends on the color and material of the cover itself. The process is not printing and no color is added.

What kind of artwork do I need to engrave a Smart Cover?

Artwork for polyurethane Smart Covers must be only pure black and white (1-bit) and should be in a vector format or at least 300 dpi (6oo dpi is preferable).

Artwork for leather Smart Covers is more flexible and can contain shading or photos. Any part of the artwork that is not black is dithered to a half-tone pattern. Clear, high contrast photos produce the best results. All artwork must be at least 300 dpi for the size engraved or a vector format.

How can I tell if my artwork is high enough quality?

There is a very useful inches/dpi to pixels converter here: http://auctionrepair.com/pixels.htm

Our website's online designer will also provide you with a green, yellow, red display of image quality.

Do you offer discounts for bulk Smart Cover orders?

We purchase iPad Smart Covers directly from Apple and cannot offer any discounts on the cost of the covers themselves. On large orders we do offer a discount off the engraving service. Please send us your artwork to request a quote.

Can both sides of the cover be engraved?

Yes. The microfiber material used on the inside of the smart cover laser engraves very nicely. The appearance of the engraving is a darker hue than the original color.

How do I know what my engraved cover will look like?

We are putting together pages to show real examples of each color iPad Smart Cover. If you have any questions please contact us before ordering.

I received a proof or mockup of my Smart Cover order, will the actual engraving look just like it?

Due to the nature of the material of the Smart Covers and other factors beyond our control it is very difficult to accurately portray the final appearance of the engraving.

We provide electronic proofs to allow you to check the size and positioning of your artwork on the cover. It is not intended to be an accurate reflection of color, texture or detail level of the engraving.

Can my design go across the seams in the cover?

Yes, this is not a problem unless you are attempting to do a very deep engraving. Deep engravings (popular on blue, green, and pink poly covers) cannot go over the seam or holes will develop in the cover material.

I don't like my cover, can I return it for a refund?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds on custom products. If you have any questions about the product please ask before ordering. If you are ordering a large number of covers we very strongly recommend ordering a single cover as a sample to examine in person.